David Beckham sports a gash on his head while playing for Manchester United in 2000. (Getty Images)

David Beckham

David Beckham of Manchester United takes a trademark free-kick during the FA Barclaycard Premiership match against Fulham in 2001. (Getty Images)

David Beckham

A portrait of David Beckham the Captain of England during the UEFA European Championship Qualifying Group 7 match between Slovakia and England at the Tehelne Pole Stadium in Bratislava, Slovakia on October 12, 2002. (Getty Images)

David Beckham

David Beckham puts his arms in the air to attract attention from team mate Gary Neville during the FA Barclaycard Premiership match between Manchester United v Aston Villa at Old Trafford in 2002. (Getty Images)